Own Brand Junior Designer

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

• Build an understanding of each Own Brand’s DNA and the JD customer.
• Supported by Senior Designer design on-trend global ranges in-line with the brands DNA.
• Create clear, detailed functional and technical CAD’s and Tech Packs and utilise the PLM system, ensuring up to date throughout the season.
• Fully utilise pantones/coloro systems to ensure clear colour communication throughout the business.
• To create graphical assets to support design ranges.
• Create and maintain Branding / Packaging line-arts / Tech Packs / PLM.
• Liaise with the Product Developer with the fit and finish of prototype samples.
• Monitor sales information on a weekly basis.
• Continually assess market trends both internally (within JD Group) and externally (competition) including the JD international markets.
• Visit JD Stores on a regular basis.
• Research emerging fashion trends using platforms such as WGSN and internal insights.
• Engage in 3D/AI design and building technical 3D designs and graphical work.
• Support the team in creating seasonal trip and retail reports.
• Contribute to customer and brand profile research.
• Take part in retail and trend trips to build trend awareness and understanding.
• Attend fit meetings and take clear notes for the wider team.
• Learn and follow the Global Design process and ways of working.
• Support the team in developing knowledge of fabrics, technologies and garment construction.
• Build awareness of design legislation including child safety, sustainability and IP compliance requirements.

Skills/Experience/Knowledge needed:

• Strong interest in fashion, design and emerging trends.
• Basic knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Willingness to learn 3D design software. Knowledge of 3D/AI software is an advantage.
• Good organisational and time‑management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Mac literate with basic knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to work to deadlines with attention to detail.
• Positive attitude, proactive and eager to develop new skills.
• Knowledge of PLM systems is an advantage.
• Graphical skills is an advantage.
• Degree level/equivalent qualification in Fashion Design or Graphical Design.